Class of 2013 linebacker Josh Banderas is ready to lead his Lincoln Southwest team into the Nebraska state playoffs, which start this weekend. The 6-2, 215-pound Banderas has already put together an impressive season thus far, and is looking to improve upon that in the coming weeks.

Through nine games, Banderas has totaled 99 tackles, four sacks and two interceptions from his linebacker position. His team is 8-1 on the season, with their only loss coming in week one to Lincoln Southeast.